Bio Starter # 34

What is the purpose of cell regulation?

• The purpose of cell regulation is to disrupt the normal functioning of cells.
• The purpose of cell regulation is to cause diseases and disorders.
• The purpose of cell regulation is to promote cell death and destruction.
• The purpose of cell regulation is to maintain homeostasis and ensure that cells function properly.

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Which of the following is a reason for mitosis?

• To facilitate growth, repair, and replacement of damaged or old cells in the body.
• To produce energy for the body
• To decrease the number of cells in the body
• To cause mutations in cells

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What do we call the end caps of chromosomes?

• Histones
• Telomeres
• Nucleosomes
• Centromeres

Which of the following best defines cancer?

• A contagious disease caused by a virus
• A genetic disorder that affects the nervous system
• A condition caused by poor diet and lack of exercise
• An uncontrolled division of abnormal cells in the body.

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Match the following diagrams of the cell cycle to their correct phase.

• Anaphase

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• Metaphase

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• Cytokinesis

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• Telophase

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• Interphase

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Which part of the cell cycle is DNA being replicated in?

• M phase
• G2 phase
• S phase
• G1 phase

During what part of the cell cycle does the nucleus and the cytoplasm divide?

• G1 phase
• S phase
• G2 phase
• M phase

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